Not for political services, but of interest to many Lib Dem friends and colleagues:

Frank Doran, a former Lord Mayor of Liverpool, for services to the community in Liverpool, who told the press: “Anybody can do what I have done, they just need to put their mind to it, and I would encourage any young person to get involved in the city and play their part in helping it to grow.”

Linda Gorn, a former Scottish and Westminster Parliament candidate for the party and a councillor for 8 years in Keith, has been honoured for services to that community – in particular her contribution to its economy thanks to being chair of the Keith Kilt and Textile Centre.

David Hando, a councillor in Newport until 2012, has been honoured for his services to football and the community.

Stella Jones, former Mayor of Dorchester, for services to the community in Dorset. She said: “I just like helping people especially children. I like children and I think if you help them you prevent a lot of problems later.”